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Wanyūdō

Wanyūdō is a striking yokai characterized by a flaming wheel with a head resembling a human face. Often depicted as a menacing figure, it is said to roll down the streets at night, causing fear among those who encounter it. It is an embodiment of fiery wrath, potentially representing the spirits of those wronged in life. Its vibrant imagery captures the essence of the Edo-period fascination with the supernatural.

Legend

Legend suggests that Wanyūdō is the spirit of a wicked priest punished for his transgressions, doomed to travel the world as a burning wheel, seeking redemption. Those who ask for forgiveness may pierce its flames with a prayer, often depicted in folklore as a perilous endeavor.